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      Clowns On Call from page 4                        Of course, now she regrets all
                                                        the time she missed having
      questions, “What should I do? How should I act? Will the kids   fun with us.
      be afraid of me? Will I make a child cry? How should I talk      So, many of you may be
      to the grown-ups? How can I be clowny?” etc. etc. Well, this   asking why I have devoted
      new clown started out with a bang and kids started smiling   almost this entire article
      and giggling at her physical and vocal antics immediately.   to a new clown? I am
      One would NEVER have guessed that she was a brand-new   hoping to inspire a few of
      clown, and she fitted in beautifully. But most importantly,   you seniors and adults with
      she had a wonderful time!                         some free time, to consider
         I had a gig scheduled on Valentine’s Day for our “Red   trying clowning. As you
      Nose Readers” program, and I suggested to Leila that she   can see, we don’t require
      come with me as my second clown. I explained the format   a commitment, we train
      and got a simple book for her to read. She was to be my   you for whatever kinds of
      “side kick” and I was sure she would catch on quickly and   events might interest you.
      she was great. She was much more physical than I am, and   You don’t have to master
      her silly gestures and funny voice captivated the 80 kids   any skills, and every person
      we entertained in 2 sessions. My only regret is that she is   past the age of 8 can blow
      leaving in a few weeks and may not be back until summer;   up a long balloon with a
      however, I have encouraged her to try and find a clown   hand pump, make a knot and
      group in Denver while she is there. Interestingly, Leila told   twist it into a reasonable hat   Temple Beth-El “Family Fun Day” 2025 – Lucky, Pretzel, Candy Bar, Florabelle, Cutie Pie,
      me she has been reading my column for years and had been   in under 15 seconds.  The   J.J. and Juggles
      toying with the idea of clowning but never followed up on   makeup is minimal, we have
      it until she became friendly with her neighbor Candy Bar   all kinds of “costumes” wigs, accessories, etc. So, take      We have three definite events coming up and anyone can
      and the rest is history. She did approach me at a local health   what Leila says seriously, and if you have any interest,   join us as they are all large outdoor gigs. On March 22, we take
      fair, but the process didn’t start until just a few weeks ago.   don’t hesitate to call me at (561) 362-6695.  part in the annual “All Peoples Day” in Delray Beach. This is a
                                                                                                           tribute to people from different countries and is a great event.
        Community Association Meetings Monthly Schedule                                                    They have continuous entertainment from various cultures
                                                                                                           with unique costumes and music. Last year they had the huge
                         (All meetings held via Zoom and in person.)                                       drummers that perform at Morikami and that was impressive.
                                                                                                           Food is served and lots of vendors attend. On April 5, we
                                                                                                           will be back at the YMCA for their huge family day and this
          All meetings will be held electronically via Zoom and in person. The following is our            is a really great event. They feature all kinds of activities for
                                                                                                           kids, including a petting zoo, the sheriff’s helicopter makes a
        regular schedule of monthly meetings, however, sometimes meetings are cancelled or                 landing, bounce houses, etc., and of course we are there with
        schedules are revised due to holidays, etc. If you would like to attend, please call the           our balloon makers, Juggles and his giant bubbles and Candy
        BPCA office, (561) 395-7551, the day before the meeting to request the Zoom link be                Bar doing walk around magic. Last, we will be at the Country
                                                                                                           Club’s Easter Egg Hunt on April 19, which was very successful
        emailed to you.                                                                                    last year. So come and either join us, or say hello. Bring your
                                                                                                           kids to any of these events. Some are free and some have a
           Architectural Control Site Committee              TBD                                           charge, but you get a lot for your buck! Of course there is never
                                                                                                           a charge for any of our services.
           Board of Directors                                3rd Tuesday of each month at 9:30 a.m.           I hope all of you who take the time to read my column,
                                                                                                           enjoy this one. I really loved writing it. It makes me so happy
           Budget & Finance Committee                        TBD                                           to find others that share our love of clowning.
                                                                                                              Don’t forget to wave when you see us on campus! 

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